Medical Research
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Brazil’s single-dose dengue vaccine could be shot in the arm as disease spread increases globally
The Butantan–Dengue vaccine is in the final phase of studies measuring its effectiveness.
Esper Georges Kallás, The Conversation
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Slowed, slurred speech can indicate brain health in older adults
Poor verbal fluency can help gauge if a person is exhibiting symptoms of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Claire Lancaster, The Conversation & Alice Stanton, The Conversation
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Dementia symptoms could also be an indicator of liver disease
A limited study points to new avenue of research as dementia and cirrhosis rates increase.
Ashwin Dhanda, The Conversation
Trending
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By mixing Carnatic and Hindustani, Mysore’s kings helped create a unique body of music
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We will leave India if told to break encryption: WhatsApp tells Delhi HC
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Why is BJP wooing Bengali-origin Muslims in Assam?
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The Assam voter who no longer supports the BJP because of the CAA
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‘My son lost his job during demonetisation but at least it removed black money’
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Dementia diagnosis can be tricky, but blood tests could help predict it years earlier
Proteins found in the plasma are biological markers for the changes that occur in dementia sufferers over a decade before clinical symptoms appear.
Rahul Sidhu, The Conversation
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A new study said diabetes remission was rare, but that may not be the full picture
Changing diet and lifestyle in a supportive environment is likely to show results.
Duane Mellor, The Conversation, Craig Russell, The Conversation & Srikanth Bellary, The Conversation
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Sensitivity to a hormone produced during pregnancy may be contributing to morning sickness
GDF15, which early trials have found causes nausea and vomiting, is present in the human placenta and in high concentration in the blood of pregnant women.
Sam Lockhart, The Conversation & Stephen O'Rahilly, The Conversation
Video
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Watch: K-Pop singer Aoora sings in Assamese as he collaborates with Nilotpal Bora in a new folk song
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Watch Anu Malik and Sonu Nigam’s impromptu performance of ‘Main Hoon Na’ at Farah Khan’s home
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Watch: Doordarshan newsreader faints on live TV in Kolkata owing to severe heat
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Watch: Spice Girls sing ‘Stop’ as bandmates reunite to celebrate Victoria Beckham’s 50th birthday
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Watch: Over 350 ballerinas come together to break the world record for standing on tip toes
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For patients with stable angina, stents have benefits, says new study
Coronary stenting is an effective treatment, but for many patients the strategy of tablets first, stents second will still be appropriate and successful.
Peter Swoboda, The Conversation
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UK approves use of drug in post-menopausal women to curb risk of breast cancer
Though effective, the drug anastrozole is not without significant side effects, such as decreased bone density and worsened menopause symptoms.
Sarah Allinson, The Conversation
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New research has clues about why Covid vaccine led to blood clots in some people
Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia can cause people to make antibodies that can stick to one of the body’s own proteins.
Richard Buka, The Conversation & Samantha Montague, The Conversation
The Reel
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The story behind the ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ title track: ‘Just write very simple poetry’
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‘Juna Furniture’ review: A simplistic crusade against the neglect of senior citizens
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‘Late Night with the Devil’ review: A deft satire on the price of success
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Watch: In ‘The Big Cigar’, the Black Panther founder flees America through a fake movie
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‘Dil Dosti Dilemma’ review: A feelgood entertainer about young love and old ties
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How a pharma giant prioritised billions in profit over developing a crucial TB vaccine
Tuberculosis remains a ‘poor’ disease that mostly afflicts those living in developing countries.
Anna Maria Barry-Jester, ProPublica
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Studying genes could hold some answers to Alzheimer’s disease
Some genetic mutations or variants interact with other genetic alterations that lead to Alzheimer’s disease.
Steven DeKosky, The Conversation
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India might soon clear infection studies on healthy people. But why are experts worried?
Given its controversial history in the West, there is fear that such research can expose underprivileged and vulnerable groups to great harm.
Tabassum Barnagarwala
The Field
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Archery, World Cup Shanghai: Jyothi Vennam and Abhishek Verma reach the mixed compound final
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Cricket: Former Pakistan captain Bismah Maroof retires from international cricket
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Athletics, Asian U20 C’ships: India wins nine medals including four gold on Day 2
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Badminton, Thomas and Uber Cup 2024: Two years on, Indian men’s team hope to defend crown jewel
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IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru end losing run with convincing win over Sunrisers Hyderabad